Joao Lucas Reis da Silva, a 24-year-old professional tennis player, made history as the first out gay active male tennis player by posting a sweet Instagram carousel with his partner on his partner’s birthday, after winning a tournament in São Paulo. Despite initial concerns about negative reactions, the response has been overwhelmingly positive, with messages of support from big names in and out of the tennis world. Reis da Silva hopes his visibility will help change attitudes and stop homophobic comments in the sport.
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FIFA has initiated an investigation into Pachuca player Gustavo Cabral following allegations of racism made by Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger during a Club World Cup match, where Rudiger claimed Cabral used a racial slur against him. While Cabral denies the allegations, FIFA is looking into the matter, potentially involving witnesses, and Real Madrid is supporting Rudiger amid ongoing concerns about racism in football. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: FIFA is looking into a...
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